Ilkley Cycling Club is a community-based club that promotes cycling in the town of Ilkley, West Yorkshire. Known as one of the largest and most successful cycling community clubs in the UK, it welcomes riders of all abilities, from beginners to competitive racers.

The club offers a wide range of activities, including:

• Weekly Group Rides: A regular programme of rides for all abilities, from easy, social rides to challenging routes for advanced cyclists. Main club rides are held on Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings, but there are opportunities to ride almost every day of the week. Most rides typically depart from the Old Bridge on the Denton Road side of Ilkley.
• Youth Development: A dedicated youth training program with British Cycling-qualified coaches, including “Pedal in the Park” sessions for youngsters.
• Major Cycling Events: The club sponsors and organizes major events, such as the Ilkley Town Centre Races and the White Rose Classic sportive.
• Social Events: It’s not just about the bike! The club has a regular social calendar, including screenings of professional races, weekends away, and social gatherings.

Ilkley Cycling Club is a British Cycling Go-Ride certified club and is a member of British Cycling and the Yorkshire Cycling Federation. Membership also provides various discounts at local shops and businesses.